MORENO VALLEY YOUTH FEDERATION

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MORENO VALLEY YOUTH FEDERATION By-Laws in effective as of 8/1/2016 ARTICLE I

NAME

Section 1

This Organization shall be known as the Moreno Valley Youth Federation, Inc., A Non-Profit Corporation of the State of California, a member of PONY Baseball and Softball, Inc., of Washington, Pennsylvania.

ARTICLE II

OBJECTIVE

Section 1

The Moreno Valley Youth Federation, Inc. seeks to “Protect Our Nation’s Youth” (P.O.N.Y.) by implanting in the youth of this community, ideals of good sportsmanship, courage, obedience, truth and reverence, so that they may be finer, stronger and happier young people and grow to be good, clean, healthy adults. This objective will be reached by providing supervised competitive baseball and softball games. The supervisors shall bear in mind at all times, the attainment of exceptional athletic skills or the winning of games is secondary and that the molding of future citizens is of prime importance.

ARTICLE III

CORPORATE POWER

Section 1

The Governing Body of this Organization shall be the Executive Board and the Board of Directors.

Section 2

The Officers of this Corporation shall be an Executive Board consisting of; President, Vice President of Baseball, Player Agent, Secretary, Treasurer and Vice President of Softball.

Section 3

The Board of Directors shall include maximum eight baseball division directors, maximum five softball division directors, plus, Snack Bar Coordinator, Fundraising Coordinator, Head Team Parent, Registrar, Uniform Coordinator, and Publicity / Advertising Coordinator, Webmaster, Equipment / Field Coordinator, Safety Coordinator.

Section 4

The Majority of Governing Body Members installed shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business, which must include three members of the Executive Board.

Section 5

The members of the Governing Body shall serve without compensation from the Corporation.

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Section 6

The Governing Body shall have the power to appoint and remove all Officers, third party vendors, and agents of the Corporation, prescribe their duties, fix their compensation.

Section 7

The Governing Body shall have the power to conduct, manage and control the all the affairs, property and business of the Corporation. To make Rules and Regulations that are consistent with the Laws of the State of California and the ByLaws of the Corporation.

Section 8

The Governing Body shall have power to incur indebtedness. The terms and amounts of such indebtedness shall be entered into the minutes of the meetings of the Governing Body, and the note or obligation given for the same, signed officially by the President (when authorized by the Governing Body) shall be binding on the Corporation.

Section 9

The Executive Board shall have the authority to incur indebtedness not to exceed $1,000 for the benefit of the Corporation.

Section 10

All incoming revenue requires two Governing Body Members to count and verify. All checks of under $2,000 may be signed the League Treasurer. Checks of $2,000 or more require two signatures from the Executive Board. These two individuals cannot be related, married or in any type of relationship.

ARTICLE IV Section 1

MEMBERSHIP The Membership of the Corporation is Regular Members and Members at Large. Regular Members shall be those Parents or Legal Guardians of children who are signed up to participate in the baseball or softball programs of Moreno Valley Youth Federation, Inc. Members at Large shall be those persons who have shown an interest in the activities of the Moreno Valley Youth Federation, Inc. and desire to serve.

Section 2

The Governing Body along with Regular Members and Members at Large may attend and participate at the Annual Meeting of the Membership.

Section 3

The Governing Body shall have the power of suspension or expulsion of a member in any of the various membership classifications for any reason deemed sufficient by the Governing Body. The decision of the Governing Body in this respect shall be final and not subject to review by any judicial or other tribunal.

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ARTICLE V

ELECTION OF OFFICERS

Section 1

The Executive Board shall be elected by ballot.

Section 2

The Board of Directors shall be appointed by the Executive Board of the Corporation.

Section 3

The term for President is a two years. No maximum to the number of terms a President may serve. The term of office shall begin the first of August. The requirements for running for President are nominee must have been a current member of the Governing Body and must be in good standing with the Corporation.

Section 4

The term for Vice President of Baseball, Vice President of Softball, Player Agent, Secretary and Treasurer is one year. The term of office shall begin the first of August and ends as of July 31st of the follow year. No maximum to the number of terms served. The requirement for running for an Executive Board position are nominees must be a current member of the Governing Body and must be in good standing with the Corporation. Or, nominees must be a current Regular Member or a Member at Large of the Corporation for a minimum two current consecutive years and be in good standing with the Corporation (see Article V – Section 3 for President’s requirements).

Section 5

All nominees shall notify the Corporation’s Secretary of their request to run for a position on the Executive Board, minimum one week prior to voting. Ballots will be provided with each candidate's name appearing in the proper place. Nominees can only run for one position on the ballot. Confidential voting will be available minimum four hours at Morrison Park, the second Saturday in May.

ARTICLE VI

FILLING VACANCIES

Section 1

Vacancies on the Executive Board, however created, shall be filled by appointment and voted on by the Governing Body. Such appointees shall hold office until the first of August when the new Executive Board takes office.

Section 2

No person shall hold more than one office on the Executive Board at one time.

Section 4

Removal of a Member of the Governing Body may be done by resolution of the Governing Body for misconduct or for missing three consecutive meetings of the Governing Body.

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ARTICLE VII Section 1

DUTIES OF DIRECTORS President - Preside at all meetings of the Governing Body and the annual membership meeting, and shall sign as President of the Corporation all instruments in writing as directed by the Governing Body. The President will be the liaison with the City Government, Parks and Recreation Department and School Districts. In the absence or disability of the President, the succession of power shall be followed according to Article III, Section 2 then Section 3.

Section 2

Vice President of Baseball – Tournament Director for all League tournaments (or assigns a Tournament Director). The League’s liaison to the Umpire Association. All-Star Manager Selection Chairperson. If the Player Agent is a manager or coach then the Vice President of Baseball fulfills the responsibilities of Player Agent for the specific division that the Player Agent is a manager or a coach in.

Section 3

Player Agent - Responsible for the general welfare of all players within the League and ensure, as much as possible, the fair distribution of players within the League. Once the original draft is completed the Player Agent is the only person allowed to place, or moves a player within the League. League’s All-Star Manager Selection Assistant Chairperson. If the Player Agent is a manager or coach in a division he / she may not place, move, or remove a player in that Division. The Vice President of Baseball will fulfill the duties of Player Agent for that division.

Section 4

Secretary – Keeps a record of all meetings of the Governing Body and all annual meetings of the membership. Takes minutes of the meeting and provides a signed copy to The Governing Body. Notifies the Board Members of date and time of Board of Director meetings. Responsible for keeping the League’s social media presence current, which includes, but not limited to Facebook comments and responses. Responsible for keeping the bulletin board updated at the field. Practice field rental coordinator to our League teams and coaching staff. Coordinates field rental needs with League Treasurer. Webmaster, reports directly to the Secretary. Miscellaneous duties assigned by the Executive Board. The Corporation will have a $30,000.00 Bond covering the Secretary. The fees are paid by the Corporate and the Corporation is the beneficiary. Proof of compliance must be on file with the Secretary.

Section 5

Treasurer – The Treasurer is custodian of all legal and financial materials. Custodian of the funds of the Corporation and shall deposit, write checks and withdraw funds as directed by the Governing Board. Responsible for keeping proper journals, ledgers and books of accounts and make written reports to the Governing Body and file appropriate tax forms according to state and federal laws. Responsible for obtaining field rentals for city park sites for games and team practices. Responsible for game schedules, including make-up games and in-house tournament game schedules. The Corporation will have a $30,000.00 Bond covering the Treasurer. The fees are paid by the Corporate and the Corporation is the beneficiary. Proof of compliance must be on file with the Secretary.

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Section 6

Vice President of Softball - Responsible for overseeing the Corporation’s Softball Program. Recommends softball division directors to Executive Board for approval. Responsible for the scheduling of inter-league games, promotes the softball program throughout the community.

Section 7

Division Directors – Responsible for communicating timely and effectively with the managers and coaches in his/her division. Meet with the managers and coaches of their respective divisions for tryouts, player selection, all star selection, to report any problems to the Player Agent. Make recommendations to the Governing Board in regards to playing rules for their division.

Section 8

Snack Bar Coordinator - Responsible for maintaining the daily operation of the snack bar to include the inventory and sale of snack bar items and the scheduling of all support personnel. Responsible for the maintenance of the League’s snack bar equipment. Make recommendations to the Governing Board for improvements or purchasing additional equipment as needed. The Corporation will have a $30,000.00 Bond covering the Snack Bar Coordinator. The fees are paid by the Corporate and the Corporation is the beneficiary. Proof of compliance must be on file with the Secretary

Section 9

Fundraising Coordinator - Responsible for raising funds for the Corporation to be used to defray the costs of the baseball and softball programs. All fundraising activities shall require approval of the Governing Body before they can be initiated. The Corporation will have a $30,000.00 Bond covering the Fundraiser Coordinator. The fees are paid by the Corporate and the Corporation is the beneficiary. Proof of compliance must be on file with the Secretary.

Section 10

Head Team Parent - Responsible for all non managerial communication to the League teams. This includes, but not limited to; organizing opening day activities, League pictures, and awards / trophies. Assist the Fundraising Coordinator as needed.

Section 11

Registrar - Responsible for all League sign-ups. The Registrar must keep the players’ database current. Responsible for insuring the team rosters are current in the notebook at the board table; including Information Request Forms are completed for all coaching staff members and official team parents.

Section 12

Uniform Coordinator – Responsible for organizing the purchase and distribution of League uniforms. Maintains inventory of uniforms from previous season and sells this inventory at selected times at a reduced cost. All purchases must be approved by the Governing Body prior to any order being placed.

Section 13

Publicity / Advertisement Coordinator - Responsible for submitted Moreno Valley Youth Federation activities to the local newspapers and other media for publication. Responsible for the creation and distribution of registration flyers to schools and to local merchants. Responsible for creating and distribution additional marketing materials as requested by the Governing Board.

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Section 14

Webmaster - Responsible for maintaining and keeping the organizations website current. This includes, but not limited to keeping scores updated within 3 days of the game, posting rules, forms, pictures, online registration, current activities of the organization. Reports directly to the League Secretary.

Section 15

Equipment / Field Coordinator - Responsible for the inventory of baseball and softball equipment used by the organization. Shall present to the Governing Body a list of the equipment needed and its cost for the coming season and periodically, as he/she deems necessary. Responsible for keeping records on the equipment signed out each season to the team managers and report to the Governing Body the status of the equipment returned and outstanding. Responsible for the safe and functional condition of the League’s equipment trailer and organization of the storage bins. Responsible for maintaining fields during tournaments or as requested by the Executive Board. All expenses shall require prior approval.

Section 16

Safety Coordinator – Responsible for the safety of the fields; including, but not limited to the playing fields, dugouts, bull pins, and the fan area. Reports any issues or concerns to the Governing Board, so action can be taken to correct the area of concern.

ARTICLE VIII

MEETINGS

Section 1

The regular Annual Meeting of the membership of the Corporation shall be held in the second Saturday in the month of May at Morrison Park. It will be scheduled by the current Executive Board and the notification of date, time and place shall be published in the newspaper at least three days in advance or posted on the bulletin board at the park two weeks in advance.

Section 2

Special membership meetings of the Corporation may be convened and held at any time upon the call of a majority of the Executive Board. The notices shall follow the same rules as for a regular Annual Meeting.

Section 3

Meetings of the Governing Body shall be held at the discretion of the Executive Board. Minutes of all meetings shall be taken and filled for future reference by the League Secretary. All minutes are open for inspection through the League Secretary.

Section 4

All Governing Board meetings are open to the general public with prior notification through the League Secretary.

Section 5

At any and all meetings of the Membership of the Corporation, any business not contrary to law, or to the Articles of Incorporation, or these By-Laws may be transacted.

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ARTICLE IX

AMENDMENT OF BY-LAWS

Section 1

The By-laws of this Corporation may be amended or adopted, or from time to time, modified, changed, enlarged, amplified or amended by resolution adopted by seventy-five percent of the seated Governing Body of this Corporation.

Section 2

These By-laws may also be amended or adopted, or from time to time, modified, changed, enlarged, or amplified by resolution duly adopted by a Majority of the Members of all classifications entitled to vote, provided, written notice of such proposed change shall be given to all such members at least five days prior to the meeting.

ARTICLE X Section 1

ARTICLE XI

PARLIAMENTARY AUTHORITY Robert’s Rules of Order newly revised (Latest Edition) shall govern this association in all cases in which they are applicable and not in conflict with these By-Laws and the Laws of the State of California or U.S.A.

STANDING RULES

Section 1

Standing Rules will be approved by the Governing Board and attached to the ByLaws, twice a year to cover the Fall Ball and Spring Ball seasons. The Standing Rules will include, but not limited to, how the Board of Governors will select and approve managers, coaches and other personnel, the systems of the player distribution among the teams of the League, the handling of game protests, tournament team selection, and other items that might change from Fall Ball to Spring Ball.

Section 2

A Player Personnel Committee shall be appointed by the Executive Board when deemed necessary. This committee will act as an arbiter when disputes arise within the League or when discipline is required because of misconduct. Members selected to the Player Personnel Committee may not be directly or indirectly involved with the dispute or the misconduct. The Player Personnel Committee shall consist of five members of the Governing Board; minimum two members must be Executive Board Members. The Player Personnel Committee has the power of suspension or expulsion of a member in any of the various membership classifications for any reason deemed sufficient by the Player Personnel Committee. The decision of the Player Personnel Committee in this respect shall be final and not subject to review by any judicial or other tribunal.

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These By-Laws have been approved this 20th day of October, 2016, by resolution of the Governing Body of this Corporation as witnessed by the signatures below.

____________________________ Larry Baisden, President

____________________________ Greg Turner, Baseball Vice President

_____________________________ Miguel Garcia, Player Agent

_____________________________ Jonathan Prather, Softball Vice President

_____________________________ Dee Prescott, Secretary

_____________________________ Rhonda Dubski, Treasurer

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These By-Laws have been approved this 20th day of October, 2016, by resolution of the Governing Body of this Corporation as witnessed by the signatures below.

_____________________________ Debbie Garcia, Snack Bar Coordinator

Current Open Position Fundraiser Coordinator

_____________________________ Antoinette Zamora, Head Team Parent

_____________________________ Kathy Saucedo, Registrar

_____________________________ Angela Zamora, Uniform Coordinator

_____________________________ Mike Scarlett, Publicity Coordinator

_____________________________ Robert Alexander, Webmaster

____________________________ Mike Wagner, Equipment / Field Coordinator

_____________________________ Robert Macias, Safety Coordinator

_____________________________ Rene Maciel, Shetland Director

_____________________________ Sergio Pena, Pinto 7 Director

_____________________________ Tony Medina, Pinto 8 Director

_____________________________ Mark Williams, Mustang Director

_____________________________ Richard Ringall, Bronco Director

_____________________________ Frank Natividad Sr., Pony & Colt Director

_____________________________ Efren Garcia, Softball Director

_____________________________ Mike Overton, Softball Director

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